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Nerja, Spain - jewel of the Costa del Sol
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Location
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Unquestionably the most attractive resort on the Costa del Sol,
Nerja lies on the eastern most part of the Province of Malaga,some 35 miles
to the east of the historic city of Malaga. To the west it is joined by
the towns of Torrox and Torre del Mar and to the east along the spectacular
Costa Tropicale there are numerous picturesque seaside villages with their
breathtaking scenery and sandy coves. Further east is the town of Salobrena
clinging to the steep side of a rock, close to the sea. An Arab fortress
crowns the summit and from here there is the magnificent view on one side
of the glittering Mediterranean and to the north of the Granada plains
stretching upwards towards the majectic snow- capped Sierra Nevada mountain
range.
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Highway
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N-340 links to Malaga City (52 kilometres) and Granada coast.
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Population
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14,000 - 45,000 in the summer months
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Main Attractions
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the coastline itself here is unique in that the Mountains actually reach
the shore and form majestic cliffs which shelter picturesque beaches and
coves
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town authorities have imposed limitations on this zone to protect the area
from mass tourism, it is quite different from the towns located to the
west of Malaga
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the area contains a large number of springs, forming rivers and streams
and therefore its name is appropriate. Nerja was called Narixa during the
Moorish occupation which means "abundant spring"
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climate - the mountains protect from the winter north winds while the influence
of the sea makes for milder temperatures in both winter and summer
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agriculture is rich and abundant due to this climate and therefore fresh
fruits and vegetables of many exotic varieties are available year round
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fishing is also important to Nerja and you can watch the fisherman come
back from their night fishing and sort their catch or fix their nets
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tourism is now Nerja's main source of income and as such the town is geared
to providing great accommodations, restaurants and access to all the area
attractions...
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Caves of Nerja - underground streams perforated the limestone of these
mountains forming huge chambers and
 strange
but lovely stalactites and stalagmites. The cave was inhabited as far back
as Higher Paleolithic Age, 30,000 years ago and was used up to about 3,000
years ago. Sound and light equipment has been installed to provide easy
access and viewing for the interest of tourists. One of the chambers has
been converted into an original setting for the Internationally famous
Festival of Dance and Music, held every summer since 1960, and seats some
800 spectators. During this summer festival, the Bolshoi Ballet and many
renowned orchestras have performed in the past. Throughout the year there
is the occasional concert held in this magnificent site where the acoustics
are suberb. There are cave paintings to view and a museum, restaurant,
cafe and other facilities.
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Cultural & Festival Activities
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New Years - celebration held in the centre of town on the Balcon de Europa
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Easter - parade & Holy Week celebrated
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May 3rd - holiday when special foods prepared
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May 15th - Romeria de San Isidro - a pilgrimage involving gaily decorated
carts and horses
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June 24 - Saint John's Day - to the beach to enjoy the speciality Torta
de San Juan
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July 16 - feasts in honour of Virgen del Carmen which honours the sea and
its importance
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Oct 9 - 13 - Nerja Fair in honour of patron saints of the town, Michael
and the Virgen August
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December - the town is beautifully lit and decorated for the season
In May and September, the Maro festivals take place, spectacles
not to be missed. The procession starts in Nerja and finished at the Nerja
Caves where the tradition is for families to eat, dance and sing the day
away.
In early October there is a festival in Nerja which lasts for one week,
and the locals use this as an excuse to spend 7 days dancing, singing making
merry!
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Nearby Towns
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Many of the towns in the area Frigiliana, Maro, Almunecar, Torrox,
and others within 1 - 2 hours drive (Rhonda, Granada, Gibraltar etc) have
their own uniqueness and attractions.
To discover more of this beautiful part of Spain, take one of the excursions
which are available from Nerja. Choose to visit Granada and the magnificent
Alhambra Palace, Seville, Cordoba, Ronda and Gibraltar. All of these are
a full day and are reserved and paid for locally.
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Walking, Hiking
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For enthusiasts of these sports Nerja has a great deal to offer.
Local book shops offer guides and booklets for the many trails in the
area.
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Annual Temperatures
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Month
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Degrees Farenheit |
Degrees Celcius
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January
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63
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17
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February
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63
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17
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March
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66
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19
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April
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70
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21
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May
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73
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23
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June
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81
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27
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July
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84
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29
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August
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86
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30
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September
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84
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29
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October
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73
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23
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November
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68
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20
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December
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63
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17
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In the winter, Nerja is generally sunny and mild. It provides a wonderful
escape from the freezing climates of North America and Northern Europe.
There is the world class ski resort of Solynieve in the high Sierra Nevada
range near Granada, and this is under 2 hours drive from Nerja. In fact
this is one of the only places in Europe where you can sunbathe by the
Mediterranean in the morning and ski in the afternoon!
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The following are links to some more pages on Nerja with information
for you...
Restaurant Review
Malaga/Nerja
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